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Yes - Live at the Apollo

Name: Yes - Live at the Apollo
Director: Blue Leach
Released: 2018
Duration: 119 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2018

Director

Blue Leach

Runtime

119 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This concert film documents Yes's 50th Anniversary Tour. Since it is a live musical recording, the content is determined by the setlist rather than character-driven narratives. Consequently, the film lacks the structure needed to explore overlapping identities or social commentary. It primarily celebrates a specific musical tradition rather than serving as a platform for social discourse. The production emphasizes the professional execution of progressive rock music over the representation of diverse social groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Yes - Live at the Apollo have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on the musical performances of the band members. There are no characters or narratives related to LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Yes - Live at the Apollo portray gender?

Fair

The cast is mainly male, reflecting the traditional makeup of the band. The film does not challenge conventional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Yes - Live at the Apollo?

Limited

The performers are from a similar demographic, typical of the progressive rock genre. There is no effort to diversify Anglo-Saxon representation.

How does Yes - Live at the Apollo represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film centers on preserving the musical legacy. It does not address anti-Western or secularist viewpoints.

Does Yes - Live at the Apollo include disability representation?

Minimal

The focus is on the technical skills of the musicians. There is no representation of disabilities, either visible or invisible.

Present on Screen

Covers the technical mastery and musical legacy of the band members.
Offers a focused look at a particular era of progressive rock performance.

Limited or Absent

Does not include diverse representations of gender, race, or LGBTQ+ identities.
Does not feature narratives or characters addressing disability or cultural diversity.

Official Synopsis

In 2016, Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin and Rick Wakeman brought together their incredible talents and long experience of working in Yes to take to the road for a series of concerts celebrating Yes’ musical legacy of the seventies, eighties and nineties. On their 50th Anniversary Tour, this performance was captured on March 25th 2017 at the O2 Apollo in Manchester, England

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